Choose ground beef with about 15–20% fat
Keep the meat cold
Add salt and pepper
Add any optional seasonings
Gently mix the ingredients
Divide the meat into equal portions
Shape each portion into a patty
Make a slight indentation in the center
Chill the patties before cooking
Cook on a hot skillet, grill, or pan
Flip once during cooking
Cook until the desired doneness is reached
Rest the patties briefly before serving